"4"^^ . "3"^^ . "With 100% conviction, I can say that I'm a better person thanks to the Karstadts. Master David Karstadt and his son John are not only fantastic instructors, but terrific people. My entire family took Taekwon-Do for years under their guidance and ultimately earned our black belts -- yep, Mom and Dad too! While I became proficient in the art of Taekwon-Do, it was growing up in a supportive, goal-oriented and respectful organization that has stayed with me 20+ years since I first walked through the door.\n\nTraining is both physical and mental, and people of any age or athletic background can enjoy and benefit from learning Taekwon-Do. I can still vividly remember when I was a white belt at La Mancha (a former location). Mr. Karstadt taught me to \"Look good, feel good,\" meaning that I should take pride in how I present myself. I was seven years old, but it was a great lesson that I haven't forgotten. \n\nThe Student Oath and the Tenets (courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and indominatable spirit) have had lasting impact on me as well. My wife actually ridicules me for caring about integrity as much as I do -- and I have the Karstadts to thank! \n\nLast but not least, I got what every young boy wants: I was allowed to spar with my little brother with impunity!"^^ . . . "9"^^ . "2013-01-15T00:00:00"^^ . "5"^^ . .